Excellent
#15 of 404 private schools in NC
Top 4% of private schools
New School Montessori Center
School
5617 SUNSET LAKE RD, Holly Springs, NC 27540
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
119
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
North Carolina private schools
#15 of 404
Shortlisting around New School Montessori Center?
Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
New School Montessori Center
School in Holly Springs · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Holly Ridge Middle
1.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
West Lake Elementary
1.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About New School Montessori Center
New School Montessori Center is a private school in Holly Springs, NC. New School Montessori Center serves approximately 119 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. New School Montessori Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 404 private schools in NC.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NC avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 119 students, New School Montessori Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.5:1 students to teachers, New School Montessori Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
New School Montessori Center is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow New School Montessori Center compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Holly Springs, NC
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| New School Montessori Center (this school) | 8.4 |
| Holly Ridge Middle | 7.4 |
| Holly Ridge Elementary | 8.9 |
| Holly Springs Elementary | 9.0 |
| Pine Springs Preparatory Academy | 8.0 |
| Southern Wake Academy | 5.7 |
| Holly Grove Middle | 8.0 |
| Holly Grove Elementary | 8.8 |
| Holly Springs High | 7.8 |
| Buckhorn Creek Elementary | 9.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NC.
Data Unavailable
View data sources
Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in NC
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
5617 SUNSET LAKE RD, Holly Springs, NC 27540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New School Montessori Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Buckhorn Creek Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Holly Springs Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Holly Ridge Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Holly Springs, see our Holly Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Holly Ridge Middle Holly Springs | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| West Lake Elementary Apex | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| West Lake Middle Apex | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Holly Ridge Elementary Holly Springs | 1.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Middle Creek High Apex | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Middle Creek Elementary Apex | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Herbert Akins Road Middle Fuquay-Varina | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Herbert Akins Rd Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Holly Springs Elementary Holly Springs | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Ballentine Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 3.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Southern Wake Academy Holly Springs | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Pine Springs Preparatory Academy Holly Springs | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Fuquay-Varina High Fuquay-Varina | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Oak Grove Elementary Raleigh | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Fuquay-Varina Elementary Fuquay-Varina | 4.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Penny Road Elementary Cary | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Holly Grove Middle Holly Springs | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Holly Springs High Holly Springs | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Holly Grove Elementary Holly Springs | 3.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Buckhorn Creek Elementary Holly Springs | 4.0 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 27540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,681
Median Home Value
$474,700
Median Rent
$1,718/mo
Population
45,993
College Educated
64.7%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRTISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF CHARLOTTE Charlotte, NC | 8.4 |
| CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Durham, NC | 8.4 |
| FALCON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Falcon, NC | 8.4 |
| RENAISSANCE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fayetteville, NC | 8.5 |
| WESCARE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Troy, NC | 8.3 |
| SHINING LIGHT ACADEMY Greensboro, NC | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New School Montessori Center
What grades does New School Montessori Center serve?
New School Montessori Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.
How many students attend New School Montessori Center?
New School Montessori Center has an enrollment of approximately 119 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New School Montessori Center?
The student-teacher ratio at New School Montessori Center is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does New School Montessori Center rank in NC?
New School Montessori Center ranks #15 of 404 private schools in NC.
What is New School Montessori Center's MySchoolScout rating?
New School Montessori Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New School Montessori Center a private school?
Yes, New School Montessori Center is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is New School Montessori Center a religious school?
No, New School Montessori Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Explore More Schools
Neighborhood Context
Powered by 
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 9th
- Enrollment
- 119
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wake County
- Phone
- (919) 303-3636
Resources & Links
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateRelated reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.